Set inside a historic arcade, The Bay Tree is one of those places you walk by and think 'oooohh'…read more The splashes of colour are enough to draw you inside and if you're a secret Suzie homemaker like me you'll be delighted by what you find. Cookwear, homeware, linen, glasswear, gifts and cards are packed into the grand old hallway. Most of the stock is on the overpriced side but I picked up a beautiful apron for $19.95. Admittedly it's a bit kitsch but I can't wait to wear it!

An iconic kitchenware store that is known as one of the best cookware stores in all of Sydney, The…read moreBay Tree can meet all your kitchenware needs and more. They have the best collection of bakeware, barware, dinnerware, and even home ware items that will have you wishing you could buy them all. Aside from their wide and high quality selection, you can be assured that their staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They are quick to assist and give you advice on what items are essential to complete your kitchen. From glassware to square ice cream scoops, The Bay Tree has it all. If you're creating a new kitchen or looking for a store to place your wedding registry, The Bay Tree is highly recommended.

I thoroughly enjoyed perusing this funky gift shop, it made a nice break from all the generic…read moreWestfield shops one tends to find in Bondi Junction. There are some fun, quirky and kitsch products and it is a good store to browse if you are in need of gift ideas. I quite liked all the cutsey home wares like the skeleton gingerbread men cookie cutters and the old style princess telephones. However I have seen many of the products in other gift shops before so maybe in need of a few more unique items. The store was set out very neatly and all the stock was quite accessible to pick up and touch, nothing was hiding or obscured from view. Everything was quite reasonably priced too. The staff were friendly enough to exchange pleasantries but were more interested in talking to each other than paying attention to the person at the counter.

Hart and Heim is such a cool shop, these kinds of shops are so great as they exude imagination and…read moreinnovation. Set up the top Bondi Junction Westfield they are in amongst a few other shops selling unique home- ware. These shops are perfect for buying presents as not only will you be able to give gifts that the recipient does not have, but they will not have imagined such a thing has even been created. Believe it or not they have a Combie tent, yes a tent, which is formed to replicate a 1960's Combie van, how jealous would the other campers be of you. Also another super cool item is Pacman & Ghost Monsters (the ones who chase Pacman around) mint containers (although I am guessing they are not necessarily intended for mints). They have bird song alarm clocks and the cutest brightly coloured grenades you will ever see - they are chew toys for dogs. There is no limit to the imagination at Heart and Heim, go there, be inspired.

Everything you could expect. Similar to the city store but about five times bigger, you still have…read morethe crowded stock so it hasn't lost that market type feel. Great for buying presents for weddings, kitchen teas and Christmas. Has lots of specials, they change regularly so going in for a look every couple of weeks is a good idea. Also they have special buys. Things that are brought in and if you don't buy them when you see them, you won't be able to when they're gone. They have the largest range of saucepans, cutlery, small kitchens appliances and crockery, A large car park and open seven days.

Very deceiving prices the price on the sticker was NOT honoured charged double the price when…read morequestioned she went to the items and removed the price tag on all he items and said they were incorrectly priced this is FALSE ADVERTISING.

If you like textiles, fabrics, design and gorgeous things then chances are you probably already…read morelove Chee Soon & Fitzgerald. This tiny interiors store on Crown Street stocks everything from furniture, wallpaper, lamps, bags and purses, cards, wrapping papers and all sorts of small design pieces. There's a good selection of designers wares including Marimekko and Georg Jensen as well as beautiful pieces by the stores own CSF brand. The owners are passionate and love to talk you through the pieces and the history of the store.

Textiles! Furniture!…read moreDecorative arts! These dapper chaps have been celebrating life and furnishings for 18 years, first at Surry Hills and then at the vanguard of the Redfern revival. As friendly as they are urbane, as urbane as they are storied, there's that much great fabric and lampshades and interesting schtuff in their little shop I feel like one of those kids with melted chocolate all over their hands that goes around touching everything. Massrs Chee Soon & Fitzgerald are also well down for a chat, pick their brains about the history of Surry Hills and the inner west, they're a font of artsy knowledge.

This is the second time for me to drop by this business and the first time here in Bondi Junction…read more This shop locates next door to Australia Post Office in Eastgate Shopping Centre. Price: Moderate Item: Many different types of items such as coffee/tea cups, pots, dining sets, wallets, key holders, toys, jewellery and so on. So much fun to just look around and check them out. Display: Bit messy in some area. I am looking for a nice teapot and I saw two pots but still not good enough. Those are 3.5 out of 5 points. I need to get 5 out of 5 points. I still have to keep looking for it. I found out some cool items such as wallets, pendants, tea cups and the set of cups and pot. When I have to get something for someone's birthday I will come back here to get one of those.

I love Exhibit. It's the perfect store in many ways. It's air-conditioned, it's next door to…read morePatisse (best cake shop ever), the store assistant is super lovely and most importantly it is filled to the brim with gorgeous and original pieces for your home. They do furniture, rugs, masks, lighting, ceramics, art, glassware, mirrors - a whole range of stuff which listing it seems to take something away from the beauty and exclusivity of them. I also like the fact that they stock a lot of local designers but also collect from overseas so the range in variety of product and taste is wide. The textiles from Africa, Australian artifacts, Egyptian crystal chandeliers and European ceramic pieces - it takes you to far away places without paying for the plane ticket out of here. Apart from filling your home with beautiful furnishings I find Exhibit is a good place to shop for wedding presents.

While living in Montreal, I found it very difficult to find a store with fresh, locally grown…read morefruits and vegetables, especially in the winter. So here in Sydney, I'm taking advantage of the one a few steps from my apartment. Simply named Louis Fruit Market, this is a truly local outlet that sells a wide variety of beautiful fruits, vegetables, and flowers seven days a week. A colorful stand of various fruit frames the exterior, where your eye can catch daily deals. Walking by can inspire you to make that lemon tart you've always wanted, squeeze your own orange juice, or have a picnic in Bicentennial Park nearby. They even offer a gratuitous delivery service for when you buy too many things to carry home.

I don't know why but I'm not in love with this fruit stand. Maybe I miss my Singapore fruit guy who…read moreknew my order of a mango and a couple bananas and would often try and get me to buy papaya. Or maybe I just like the green grocer down the street better. Either way, this place is nothing special to me. But to be sure, it is open at very convenient hours, they have a decent variety of produce, and they check you out quickly.

Every time I visit Sydney, I buy something from this Vendor at The Rocks Market. Last time I was…read morehere, I purchased a gorgeous scarf. Today I bought a cute little handbag and brooch. They are always pleasant and kind to deal with. Look for them when hitting the markets.